#FashionSelfLoveParty!!

On February 14th, 2018, the first ever Fashion + Self-Love party came to completion. Two weeks were set aside, here on Story Behind The Cloth, for the purpose of celebrating self-love and -care through fashion. We celebrated through giveaways, games, and daily guest posts from 14 of my wonderful blogger friends. It was a beautiful experience and i’m so thankful to everybody who helped host and those who celebrated with us!

This post is for those of you who may have missed the party, or parts of it–Or for anybody who may want to reminisce and look back on the encouragement that was given during the event.

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Today Savana Rae talked about loving ourselves and having confidence despite how social media (especially INSTAGRAM!) can often make us feel.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. Your favorite OOTD from your Instagram posts #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt22 2. An untouched selfie–No filters, no edits–Just your beautiful self #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt23 3. That clothing piece that makes you feel unique and wonderful just as you are #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt24

Guest post by Savana from Official Savana Rae. Instagram has so much interesting content and impressive content creators. However, the bar is set very high. When the bar is set as high as it is, growing may become an issue. It mainly drives attention to the biggest accounts–which undermines the rest no matter how good your content may be.

I have noticed that a lot of people have been affected by this, and a big loss in confidence has increased in my fellow influencers and those who follow me.

I want to give you some self-love advice that I myself follow when I feel low, because let’s face it–we all have THOSE days.

This guide to increase self-love is one that I find incredibly useful, as my mom reminds most days that we all need to love ourselves first so that we can be at peace. Think about it this way, if you didn’t love yourself, how can you feel at peace?

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Guest post by Erriel from Erriel J’s Life Chronicles. I am only 21 and I enjoy being single, honestly. Not having to worry about someone else and just focusing on yourself for a while is refreshing, honey! For Valentine’s Day I am treating myself to a “self-date” which means I will be taking myself out on a date! But, what do you wear on a self-date? Here are my top 3 outfits for a Valentine’s Day Self-Date!

Today Eliza talked about the benefits of loving yourself deeply and unconditionally, and how a little tiny bit of narcissism can ACTUALLY be a good thing.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. That piece you feel most attractive in #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt19 2. A piece you don’t own but think you would look STUNNING in #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt20 3. Outfit that describes who you see yourself to be #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt21

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Guest post by Eliza from Aesthetic Distance. Narcissism gets a bad rap in the media and pop culture. When we call someone a narcissist, it is almost never a compliment. They have a reputation for being sociopaths. We say we can’t stand them, but research shows we actually tend to view them as more confident, intelligent and attractive than other people. Sure, at the extreme (which is called Narcissistic Personality Disorder), it can lead to a lack of empathy and a sense of entitlement. But then why are so many narcissists successful and well-respected? Since we live in a world of “the personal brand,” I’m here to dispute the bad reputation of narcissism and talk about the good parts of being a narcissist.

Today Imaan talked about experimenting with trends and new clothing styles for self-discovery.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. That piece you didn’t expect to like or look good in #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt16 2. That piece that helps draw you out of your comfort zones #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt17 3. A trend that you think you might try #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt18

Guest post by Imaan from The August Clause. Identity is something that I have struggled and still do struggle with, and I can confidently say that I have an existential crisis almost every second day. I took my personal experience of struggling to fit into a specific mold and tried to make sense of it, with the one thing I love– fashion. The more I started to incorporate small, subtle trend pieces the more I saw the way I dress evolve, and funny enough, the more I started to understand myself.

We like clothing labels. Could you create a label that fully describes your content? Would you be able to list all your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs? You can imagine the lengthy list of instructions on the label would require. Practicing self-love naturally affords you with increased confidence, poise, and self-assurance. Practicing self-love naturally assists you with defining your own personal style, labeled only by yourself. Here are some simple steps to help you create that personal style:

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. A piece that makes you really happy #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt13 2. Best to wear on a bad day #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt14 3. Your favorite pair of heels #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt15

Guest post by Lia from A Southern Girl, Lia. Fashion and the clothes you choose reflect and affect your mood and attitude. The magic begins when you find a super cute outfit, you put it on grab some heels and Bam! You see a different person in the mirror and so you start acting like one too. Your confidence starts showing and you start building a high self-esteem. Don’t forget that little dance we all do in front of the mirror when we are feeling fabulous. I hope that my step by step routine is of help to you!

Guest post by Alice from A Lot on Your Mind. Two psychologists, Hajo and Galinksy (2012), coined the term ‘enclothed cognition’ which argues that your style reflects and affects your mood, health, and overall confidence. If our clothes affect our mood, why don’t we choose the clothes that express our best selves and will make us feel legitimately beautiful? Here are some tips to owning your personal style:

Today Lindsey talked about cutting back spending and making the most out of the wardrobe you already have.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. That piece you forgot about, but totally need to wear again! #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt10 2. That piece you don’t wear anymore, but can’t get rid of #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt11 3. That versatile piece that you can wear in a multitude of different ways! #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt12

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Guest post by Lindsey from Have Clothes, Will Travel. Living in a day and age where everywhere we turn there is pressure to buy the latest and greatest fashion makes it very easy to fall into the “retail therapy” trap. And to make it even more difficult, our brain actually releases the pleasure-inducing chemical dopamine when you buy something new… …getting addicted to this high is not only bad for your overall self-esteem, it can, obviously, be very damaging to your wallet. However, I’ve taken a few measures to correct this… … the trick to it all is creating the illusion you have a ton of clothes by swapping out key pieces when styling your outfits with clothes you already own.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. The coziest piece you own #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt7 2. That piece that saw you through hard times #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt8 3. That piece you really want to buy #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt9

Finding Comfort in Your Clothes After Heartbreak: Guest post by Josie Mills from Open Mind Fashion (OMF). I kissed a few frogs on the path to meeting my prince, my husband. And along the way, some left me green and croaking for a while. In those tough times, I would become even more aware of the textures & qualities of my clothes–my clothes became a form of solace, and dressing up would help me get through the next day even though I wanted to die.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. That piece that you like, though others may not #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt4 2. An item that kinda scares you (in a good, comfort-zone pushing, sort of way) to think about wearing #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt5 3. A piece that makes you feel like the strongest version of yourself. #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt6

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Guest post by Charlene McElhinney. I rocked some tight fishnet styled jeans with some extremely high heels and an awesome studded bikers jacket. It was totally out of my comfort zone, but let me tell you, I felt like a total bad-ass. I felt incredible. Confidence burst out from somewhere within me and it was evident in the finalized photos. And it all came down to what I was wearing. It helped me to get right in to the zone, it helped me to feel fierce, it allowed me to express myself in a way I’d never done before.

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I figured that today calls for something different than the other games we’ve had on social media. I’ve created a body-positivity printable for you to reflect on yourself and start thinking more kindly about your body. This is for you to do on your own time–you can share it or keep it private. But do fill it all out! Sometimes, it’s not easy to love our bodies–But I swear to you: YOU CAN FIND SOMETHING TO LOVE ABOUT EVERY PART OF YOU.

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Guest post by Alix from All Lady A. We are all too aware of the huge difference between the same sizes in varying stores. All too often do we pick up one pair of jeans and venture to another store to find pretty much the same pair of jeans requires us to choose three sizes up so we can actually get the leg past our knees. Whatever your size, all of this can take a huge toll on our self-esteem. While it’s important to remember is the number on the label is just that, it’s difficult to convince yourself it’s just there to help you find clothes that fit when they’re all so drastically different.

Today Deanna talked about savvy shopping, and the importance of not letting our clothes get in the way of living fulfilling lives.

Now’s your turn to find and photograph clothing that will put this idea to action!

Photograph one or more pieces that fit one of these criteria: 1. That piece you’ve worn basically a million times #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt1 2. The best deal you’ve ever gotten #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt2 3. That piece you can live in and do any activity without worrying about wrecking it. #FashionPhotoScavengerHunt2

Guest post by Deanna from Lucky.Love.Life. I’ve never been one to believe that you have to spend a paycheck to look nice. You don’t need an $850 dress, or pair of shoes, or handbag, to fit in or look amazing. Buy what makes you feel cute and inspired but remember your life is about experiences, not things. You need confidence, charisma, and a rockin’ smile. No matter what you are wearing, you’ll be dressed to the nines.

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Guest post by Cheyenne from Not So Faux. Four Amazing Body-Positive Fashion Brands, and Why They’re Important: If everyone was the same, this world would get boring, real quick. I don’t know about you but I love when I can relate to a brand’s advertisements rather than wondering why none of the models look like me. Every woman, including yourself, should feel celebrated and not feel like they have to conform to one standard of beauty. Here are some brands that celebrate every inch of your body and all of the qualities that make you, YOU:

Guest post by Lena from Lena Dee XO. Valentine’s is fast approaching and more than often we’re caught up on having a love life with someone else. I bet you sometimes forget it’s okay to be madly in love with yourself and the person you’re becoming. I’m here to remind you NOW is the time to embrace yourself!

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To further help you remember what you learn from the Fashion + Self-Love Party and apply it to your life, we’re hosting a giveaway! The #FashionSelfLoveParty giveaway prize is a personally wrapped “Fashion Self-Care Package” packed with goodies including a free personal styling session, jewelry, comfy-cozy clothes, candies, a hot chocolate set, gift cards, and inspiration to help you relax, pamper yourself, and remember to love who you are and how you express yourself.

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Celebrate self-love through fashion! We will be celebrating varieties of beauty and learning how to better love ourselves for who we are and how we express ourselves! 14 guest bloggers will teach you how to overcome insecurity and embrace the beautiful, unique individual you are.

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Fashion + Self-Love – A Valentine’s Day Blog Party.

February is a month in which many people celebrate romantic love, but forget to love themselves. Self-love is crucial; it gives us healthy confidence and makes it easier to truly love others.

Fashion is an industry often rife with insecurity. Glossy magazine covers and beautiful models can make many of us feel lesser. Both in our own eyes and our idea of the eyes of others. We feel like we need to measure up. But that should NOT be the case! Can it be different? I believe so, and so do my 14 guest-bloggers you’ll be meeting very soon!

This blog party will be celebrating self-love through fashion.

This event will take place within the 14 days leading up to Valentine’s. We will be celebrating varieties of beauty and learning how to better love ourselves for who we are and how we express ourselves!

Starting on February 1st, 2018, one guest blogger a day will be speaking to you about how you can overcome insecurity and embrace the beautiful, unique individual you are. You’ll be able to find all of these posts here on Story Behind The Cloth.

P.S., there will be games and prizes!

What will the blog posts be about?

The details are a secret! But each post will correlate fashion and self-love together. They could be about:

❤How clothing, the fashion industry, or beauty standards can cause a lack of self-love…And how to conquer that.

❤Ways you can use clothing to better love and uplift yourself.

❤Ways people misuse clothing as a way of giving false self-love (Like unhealthy shopping habits being used as a coping mechanism)…And how to gain better control and make better use of our clothing and money.

❤An outfit that symbolizes love to the writer and why. Plus what love means to them.

❤Mental health and fashion. Anything on how the two do or do not go well together.

Let me introduce to you this Blog Party’s co-hosts, who will be guest blogging over the 14 days leading up to Valentine’s!:

Are you able to attend? I hope you can! Let me know in the comments!

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This is amazing! Love seeing women supporting other women as it is so empowering. Look forward to seeing what each contributor’s piece on self love next month as this is important topic especially in a world (and industry) that prospers on self hatred.

Can totally understand that… All of the posts will still be available after the party is over, for you to read at your own pace. If you sign up to bring the party to your inbox, it will make them easy to get back to! You definitely need some time for yourself with a toddler on hand! ?

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